French fashion house Maison Margiela was founded in Paris in 1988 by Belgian designer Martin Margiela. A master of deconstructionism, Margiela earned global praise for his artsy, outlier designs that subvert classic tailoring techniques with reverse seams, recycled textiles, and industrial materials. Today, Creative Director John Galliano maintains these core foundations as he brings his signature over-the-top showmanship to the collection, creating transformative and exciting styles.